It is my privilege to invite you to today's sermon podcast. This message walks through Hebrews 7 and the figure of Melchizedek to show how Jesus fulfills a superior, eternal priesthood beyond the old Levitical system.

You’ll hear why the old priesthood could not fully restore us, how Christ’s priesthood gives direct access to God, and practical responses—access, allegiance, and generous living—called for by that truth.

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A Better Priesthood

Hebrews 7:1–10
Main Idea: Jesus gives us better access to God, a better basis for acceptance, and a better claim on our lives.

Introduction: “Who do I confess to?”

Why Do We Need a Better Priesthood?

1. The old priesthood couldn’t bring us home (Hebrews 7:1–4)
2. The old process: sin → priest → sacrifice → ceremonial restoration.
3. The Law and sacrifices revealed sin but could not fully restore us to God.

Jesus gives us a better priesthood (Hebrews 7:1–3; Genesis 14:18–20)* The mysterious Melchizedek * A king of righteousness, king of peace, and priest of God Most High. * Jesus is our eternal High Priest, greater than the Levitical priesthood.

A better priesthood calls for a better response (Hebrews 7:4–10)* Access: Draw near to Christ with confidence. * Allegiance: Trust Him fully * Generosity: Worship Him with your life.

Conclusion: “We are saved for a purpose!”

• • Trust Jesus as your High Priest.
  • Lay down a “lesser priesthood” and renew trust in Christ.
  • Choose a specific way to obey Christ in generosity and surrender.

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With Pastor Mike Curry.